Grace and Forgiveness in the Bible Quiz Flashcards

#1

In the parable of the Prodigal Son, what does the father do when his younger son returns home after squandering his inheritance?

📖 Luke 15:20-24

#2

What does Paul write about grace and works in his letter to the Ephesians?

📖 Ephesians 2:8-9

#3

In the Old Testament, how many times does God tell Peter (through Jesus) that he must forgive his brother?

📖 Matthew 18:21-22

#4

What does King David do after the prophet Nathan confronts him about his sin with Bathsheba?

📖 2 Samuel 12:13

#5

When Jesus is crucified, what does He say about those who are killing Him?

📖 Luke 23:34

#6

In the story of Hosea, what does God instruct the prophet Hosea to do as a demonstration of God's grace and forgiveness?

📖 Hosea 1:2-3

#7

What event in Jesus's ministry demonstrates His willingness to forgive and extend grace to a woman caught in adultery?

📖 John 8:10-11

#8

What does the Psalmist declare about God's forgiveness in Psalm 103?

📖 Psalm 103:10-12

#2

Salvation comes by grace through faith, not by works, so that no one can boast

Paul explicitly states that salvation is a gift of grace through faith, not earned by works, emphasizing that salvation cannot be a basis for human boasting.

Ephesians 2:8-9

#1

He embraces and celebrates his son's return with a feast

The father immediately embraces his son and throws a celebration, demonstrating complete forgiveness and grace without demanding restitution.

Luke 15:20-24

#4

He confesses his sin, repents, and seeks God's forgiveness

David confesses his sin directly, expressing genuine repentance, and God forgives him despite the serious nature of his transgression, demonstrating grace in response to sincere confession.

2 Samuel 12:13

#3

Seventy times seven

Jesus tells Peter that forgiveness should be extended seventy times seven (490 times), meaning forgiveness should be limitless and continuous rather than limited.

Matthew 18:21-22

#6

Marry an unfaithful woman and continue to love her despite her infidelity

God instructs Hosea to marry Gomer, an unfaithful woman, and continue loving her as a living demonstration of God's steadfast love and grace toward unfaithful Israel.

Hosea 1:2-3

#5

Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing

Jesus prays for forgiveness for those crucifying Him, demonstrating ultimate grace and mercy even while suffering the death penalty.

Luke 23:34

#8

God's mercies are new every morning and He removes our transgressions as far as the east is from the west

Psalm 103 celebrates God's abundant and complete forgiveness, emphasizing that His mercy is renewed daily and His forgiveness is total, removing sin completely from us.

Psalm 103:10-12

#7

He stops her execution and tells her He does not condemn her; she should go and sin no more

Jesus shows mercy by refusing to condemn the woman, protecting her from execution, and extending forgiveness while calling her to a new life without sin.

John 8:10-11

#9

In Romans, how does Paul describe the relationship between God's grace and human sin?

📖 Romans 5:20

#10

What does Jesus teach about forgiving others in relation to God's forgiveness of us?

📖 Matthew 6:14-15

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#10

If you forgive others their sins, your Father will also forgive you, but if you do not forgive, neither will He

Jesus directly connects our willingness to forgive others with receiving God's forgiveness, teaching that extending grace to others is essential to experiencing God's grace ourselves.

Matthew 6:14-15

#9

Where sin increased, grace increased all the more

Paul writes that God's grace is more powerful and abundant than sin itself, ensuring that no amount of human transgression can exceed God's capacity to forgive and restore.

Romans 5:20

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